That’s awesome, well done! I started out with those virtual conqueror challenges too and I’ve never looked back! 1730 miles is outstanding! Thanks for listening, it was great fun to record this episode.
The 'Plodcast' tickled me 😂 come over from Lucy's channel. Enjoying finding new content, especially inspiration to get the trainers on and going for a jog/run. Totally with Lucy on the dog front. I also have a dog that people are drawn to and it makes for constant people approaching. However, my experience is that is usually general public and usually the less intimidating looking folks.
We're a couple of plodders for life! 🙂 but glad you enjoyed the video, Lucy is a legend in her own right and Storm, well he's just the icing on the cake! he should get his own show imo!
LucyShawVlogs fan, here!! I comment as I listen along with podcasts so read or don't. 😁 Storm, heheheheeee, how perfect! 🤗 Lucy is always appropriately transparent and people relate to her and admire her so much for it. The point she made on her relationship to food at her highest weight and how she was feeling like she was sort of no one in her own right was *so well* expressed. I have been there-feeling for my own reasons that food was that "one thing" bc I had no "me" outside of being an (abused, then, now divorced) wife and mother of 3. ...Lucy just said it *exactly* right. Yes, this happens to so many of us women, especially, in our own unique stories. The host...bless his heart, he came across as if he thinks being a man in the military is the same as being a military wife and PT single mom...sorry, but I hope he meant he could relate to some kind of food dependency instead of trying to assume he knows what a woman ever goes through. That mentioned, I do like the "Plodcast" name-that's actually quite funny. Wow...Lucy's point on "feeling human again" in connection with seeing her do for herself something that made something in her awaken from the outside in and the inside out...(her words were better), this line of thinking is profound. Such a contemplative prompt. That's interesting on the clubs where the host lives being almost 90% women! Where I am, the clubs are over 50% men, and the women fight to keep up-my area is pretty competitive, though. I wish I had an area club to join sometime with more women and less pressure near me. Thank you to the host for asking about what men can do "out there". My answer is: Look out as you pass women for any man who looks like trouble or a man who seems to be "joining" her and the woman looks uncomfortable or is trying to ignore him but he isn't taking the message, and jog over and ask, "Do you want him here?" Just taking the initiative to scare a bad one off is such a relief. Then "tip your hat" once he is gone and let the women keep going wherever she was headed. That is something we need from time to time. That said, if you see a woman hanlding her own stuff, just hang around and make sure he leaves and don't intervene. You don't want to disempower a woman but if she is losing, step up. Also, don't strike up a conversation with a woman who is hoofing it just because she smiled as you pass-its not an invitation. Those things, yeah. Matt texting while marathon running! 😏 Those spooky/creepy/negative experiences *can* really leave you scarred in a way and that's terrible. But the positive is those instances can teach us how important SM boundaries are and if anyone needs to not answer PMs, then don't. No one owes anyone an explanation for their own boundaries. I have also been in the 170s for about 2 years after starting at right at 220lbs. I am currently working harder to get to a 155 goal, whereas before I had 142 in mind (but I am not as tall as Lucy, I think, and height has to factor in). I think that whatever the number we are each content at, that we respect the journey with that "every step is a cause for celebration" approach, as Lucy has said on her channel. ❤ Preach, Lucy, on loving your body as a woman in Western society! You men don't even get what a challenge just giving yourself permission is, let alone embracing it full force. Very few of us truly get there. Lucy is a hero to *so* many women!! 🏆 The one mile story. Beautiful. I'm smiling so big hearing that one. 200 miles, Matt! My oldest is like this. I am not. When I meet a goal, I feel accomplished. I am curious about other distances, but I don't feel a drive to "do better, be better" because I did what I set out to do...and maybe because life has taught me not to want too much. What kind of person wastes time by actually taking time to criticize someone else's road snacks during a race??! That is actual insanity! Lucy fans are watching for the weight pack video-woooo!!! 🤗 It was SUCH a pleasure to "be in the room" for such a great chat that lasted this length! It felt so natural and I appreciate the men listening so well. I don't think I have ever seen 2 men allow 1 woman being interviewed so much of the floor. That part impressed (even though it should be the norm, but since it isn't, Cheers!).
Thank you for your comments. Love that you write these down as you go, gives a real sense of being part of the conversation. I would like to address the one comment though, just so you understand where I was coming from. 100% I could never fully understand what it is like to be a military wife, but I did grow up with my mother being one. I watched her have limited choices for her own future in that lifestyle, whilst being the rock that kept the family going. Most of my memories from that time are where we lived in what appeared to be a single parent household, as dad was always away working. I think this gives me a really good understanding of Lucy’s situation to be fair. I absolutely admire military wives, it’s not a life everyone could cope with. 😊 Please stick around, would be great to hear your view on some of the other conversations we have ☺️
Absolutely brilliant response thank you for getting these down on a page as it flows, this is how we want all our "plods" to flow too, so it sounds like we are on the right track, very open and honest conversations that feel like we're sat amongst friends chatting about the things we love! like Freddy says below, stick around if you would, be great to get some insights into an episode or two! Thanks again!
Great podcast I watch both of your youtube channels! I heard lusy is doing endure 24 next year, i spread these rumours a lot in the hope that some will take haha! Brilliant content as always guys.
@@freddyruns solo sold out lmao. I will be racing leeds next year though, as i plan on doing the south downs way 100 on the reading date and then see if i can do the 100 at leeds, which will be... interesting.
Hi been watching both you and Lucy for over a year now, love you both you inspired me to start running although it took a while to do so, im 58 over weight getting over bowel and kidney cancer started half marathon training 3 weeks ago started at 34 minutes 5k and last night managed 29 minutes i was amazed how quickly im progressing. Thanks to you both for changing my life.
Steven, this reply alone is enough to inspire anyone! thank you for sharing your journey and most importantly the fact you kicked Cancers ass! we have experienced a very similar battle very close to home so I can fully understand the fight you have had and complete respect to you my friend for turning up and getting it done even when you don't always feel like it, Freddy and Lucy's channels are way more than running! keep at it! x
Great episode, so much good stuff in here. Fantastic guest and lots of relatable points covered. I hadn't come across Lucy before, but she is obviously a legend. Well done Lucy. Great plodcast F&S. (Chris Ward)
I love Lucy! She has been such an inspiration. I only found her channel about 3 weeks ago. I have binge watched almost all of her videos. Thanks for sharing this.
Same here Kristy, I discovered Lucys vlog little over a year ago so couldnt wait to get her on our pod, we will deffo be bringing her back for another episode too!
Such a great podcast. Loved listening all the way from North Carolina in the US! I found Lucy around the same time I found Freddy last year. Question about shoes for a 210 pound person. I'm on my 2nd pair of Brooks Ghost. Is there a better shoe out there for an overweight wannabe runner. I've been to running stores to be fitted in the past and while they will feel great on in the store after a few days wearing them, my feet hate me. Any recs would be great.
Love Lucy's vlogs. Ask Matt to look after your daughter one Saturday so you can get down to parkrun 🏃. I've done a couple of parkrun vlogs, it's good fun. You'll be addicted 😊
loving this vlog thanks all (Freddy & Lucy I already follow you, how can I follow Scott too??) I'd love to think about starting my own YT channel for slow runner content (seriously, slow back of the pack jeffer here). What camera set up and editing stuff do you all use, is it easy? Have no tech skills....
Freddy - 24 mins for a 5km, jeez! I'm 5ft4, 167lbs and i'm lucky if I can get to a 38 mins 5km. It's relative as you say but never say you're "not quick", i'd say that's a great time and a huge improvement on where you were even 6 months ago, excellent work!
I'm torn with the "always doing better" thing. I think there is something positive in wanting to get better times etc but there are different "wins" for each run imo. Time isn't how I always dictate whether a run/event was good or not. I think sometimes just being able to enjoy the experience more and not worry about time is really vital. My times have got slower over the recent years (i'm nearly 45 so not old but certainly not a young spring chicken) but I tend not to worry about whether i've beaten my last time as I personally find that an unhealthy obsession and it can take away from a completely enjoyable experience with a negative "oh well I could have done better" thoughts which mean i'm not happy even if i've had a great time out. Trails are a completely different beast too and even if you do the same one time and time again, weather/mood/food/hydration all play a part in whether you get the same time as last time. It's tricky as wanting to beat previous times is something to spur you on but I don't tend to put it at the top of my list as to whether i've had a good time or not. Just my thoughts though, I realise everyone is different and some people can not beat themselves up if they dont quite live up to their own expectations. Like Lucy said, as long as it doesn't consume you and take the joy away.
1: generally nothing to listen to but I have recently got into audiobooks so if i'm out for a long solo weekend run then i'll put one on to distract my brain. (if I were to listen to music it would be anything upbeat, pop, soft rock etc). 2: max £120. I wear brooks adrenaline for road and the north face vectiv for trail (and salomon for more aggressive trail) 3: love Lucho Dillitos for a quick sugar hit. Also little pouches of baby food are amazing! (particularly like apple&strawberry ones, they are a quick hit but smooth on the stomach) and a salted boiled potato cannot be beaten on a long run! I don't like it myself but loads of people swear by Kendal Mint Cake. and @lucyshawvlogs - don't laugh at yourself, if *I* can think about stepping up and attempting a 100km (6th July this year 😬 ) then you DEF can!! :D
Still convincing Scott to start recording his run! He is buckling though, so I don’t think it will be long until he has a channel. 😊 in the meantime, you can follow him on Instagram - have a look for @sgplodsalong 👍
Not that I'm being critical.....you've labeled this podcast as #006 on Spotify :P don't want simple people like me getting confused and if you haven't got to 7, well, not got a podcast :P
Lucy is my biggest inspiration!!
Thank you for inviting me on the Podcast! It was so much fun 😀
It was great Lucy, I learnt so much about running through Red Flags too! Every days a school day! 😂
Looking forward to the next time 😊
Loved listening to this!!!
I love Lucy!! she suggested Conqueror Challenge, seen then i have done 1730 miles. walking, biking, hiking etc. she has shown me hope. thanks
That’s awesome, well done! I started out with those virtual conqueror challenges too and I’ve never looked back! 1730 miles is outstanding! Thanks for listening, it was great fun to record this episode.
Yup, I did a cycling one of those - it was something like Route 66 - found it really motivating! 😊
Wasn't planning to listen to the whole thing today but got sucked in, great podcast yet again :)
You’re next up Tom! 😊 I’ll text you over the next few days or so 😎
The 'Plodcast' tickled me 😂 come over from Lucy's channel. Enjoying finding new content, especially inspiration to get the trainers on and going for a jog/run.
Totally with Lucy on the dog front. I also have a dog that people are drawn to and it makes for constant people approaching. However, my experience is that is usually general public and usually the less intimidating looking folks.
Thanks for watching! Lucy is great isn’t she! Hope you stick around 😊
We're a couple of plodders for life! 🙂 but glad you enjoyed the video, Lucy is a legend in her own right and Storm, well he's just the icing on the cake! he should get his own show imo!
LucyShawVlogs fan, here!! I comment as I listen along with podcasts so read or don't. 😁
Storm, heheheheeee, how perfect! 🤗
Lucy is always appropriately transparent and people relate to her and admire her so much for it. The point she made on her relationship to food at her highest weight and how she was feeling like she was sort of no one in her own right was *so well* expressed. I have been there-feeling for my own reasons that food was that "one thing" bc I had no "me" outside of being an (abused, then, now divorced) wife and mother of 3. ...Lucy just said it *exactly* right. Yes, this happens to so many of us women, especially, in our own unique stories.
The host...bless his heart, he came across as if he thinks being a man in the military is the same as being a military wife and PT single mom...sorry, but I hope he meant he could relate to some kind of food dependency instead of trying to assume he knows what a woman ever goes through. That mentioned, I do like the "Plodcast" name-that's actually quite funny.
Wow...Lucy's point on "feeling human again" in connection with seeing her do for herself something that made something in her awaken from the outside in and the inside out...(her words were better), this line of thinking is profound. Such a contemplative prompt.
That's interesting on the clubs where the host lives being almost 90% women! Where I am, the clubs are over 50% men, and the women fight to keep up-my area is pretty competitive, though. I wish I had an area club to join sometime with more women and less pressure near me.
Thank you to the host for asking about what men can do "out there". My answer is: Look out as you pass women for any man who looks like trouble or a man who seems to be "joining" her and the woman looks uncomfortable or is trying to ignore him but he isn't taking the message, and jog over and ask, "Do you want him here?" Just taking the initiative to scare a bad one off is such a relief. Then "tip your hat" once he is gone and let the women keep going wherever she was headed. That is something we need from time to time. That said, if you see a woman hanlding her own stuff, just hang around and make sure he leaves and don't intervene. You don't want to disempower a woman but if she is losing, step up. Also, don't strike up a conversation with a woman who is hoofing it just because she smiled as you pass-its not an invitation. Those things, yeah.
Matt texting while marathon running! 😏
Those spooky/creepy/negative experiences *can* really leave you scarred in a way and that's terrible. But the positive is those instances can teach us how important SM boundaries are and if anyone needs to not answer PMs, then don't. No one owes anyone an explanation for their own boundaries.
I have also been in the 170s for about 2 years after starting at right at 220lbs. I am currently working harder to get to a 155 goal, whereas before I had 142 in mind (but I am not as tall as Lucy, I think, and height has to factor in). I think that whatever the number we are each content at, that we respect the journey with that "every step is a cause for celebration" approach, as Lucy has said on her channel. ❤
Preach, Lucy, on loving your body as a woman in Western society! You men don't even get what a challenge just giving yourself permission is, let alone embracing it full force. Very few of us truly get there. Lucy is a hero to *so* many women!! 🏆
The one mile story. Beautiful. I'm smiling so big hearing that one.
200 miles, Matt! My oldest is like this. I am not. When I meet a goal, I feel accomplished. I am curious about other distances, but I don't feel a drive to "do better, be better" because I did what I set out to do...and maybe because life has taught me not to want too much.
What kind of person wastes time by actually taking time to criticize someone else's road snacks during a race??! That is actual insanity!
Lucy fans are watching for the weight pack video-woooo!!! 🤗
It was SUCH a pleasure to "be in the room" for such a great chat that lasted this length! It felt so natural and I appreciate the men listening so well. I don't think I have ever seen 2 men allow 1 woman being interviewed so much of the floor. That part impressed (even though it should be the norm, but since it isn't, Cheers!).
Thank you for your comments. Love that you write these down as you go, gives a real sense of being part of the conversation. I would like to address the one comment though, just so you understand where I was coming from.
100% I could never fully understand what it is like to be a military wife, but I did grow up with my mother being one. I watched her have limited choices for her own future in that lifestyle, whilst being the rock that kept the family going. Most of my memories from that time are where we lived in what appeared to be a single parent household, as dad was always away working. I think this gives me a really good understanding of Lucy’s situation to be fair. I absolutely admire military wives, it’s not a life everyone could cope with. 😊
Please stick around, would be great to hear your view on some of the other conversations we have ☺️
Absolutely brilliant response thank you for getting these down on a page as it flows, this is how we want all our "plods" to flow too, so it sounds like we are on the right track, very open and honest conversations that feel like we're sat amongst friends chatting about the things we love! like Freddy says below, stick around if you would, be great to get some insights into an episode or two! Thanks again!
Great podcast I watch both of your youtube channels! I heard lusy is doing endure 24 next year, i spread these rumours a lot in the hope that some will take haha! Brilliant content as always guys.
😂🤣😂 I like your style Jamie! Did you get your place for Leeds next month? 😜
@@freddyruns solo sold out lmao. I will be racing leeds next year though, as i plan on doing the south downs way 100 on the reading date and then see if i can do the 100 at leeds, which will be... interesting.
Hi been watching both you and Lucy for over a year now, love you both you inspired me to start running although it took a while to do so, im 58 over weight getting over bowel and kidney cancer started half marathon training 3 weeks ago started at 34 minutes 5k and last night managed 29 minutes i was amazed how quickly im progressing. Thanks to you both for changing my life.
Steven, thank you so much for the kind words and congratulations at absolutely killing it! Really happy to hear you have kicked cancer butt too 👏💪😊
Steven, this reply alone is enough to inspire anyone! thank you for sharing your journey and most importantly the fact you kicked Cancers ass! we have experienced a very similar battle very close to home so I can fully understand the fight you have had and complete respect to you my friend for turning up and getting it done even when you don't always feel like it, Freddy and Lucy's channels are way more than running! keep at it! x
Great episode, so much good stuff in here. Fantastic guest and lots of relatable points covered. I hadn't come across Lucy before, but she is obviously a legend. Well done Lucy. Great plodcast F&S. (Chris Ward)
Definitely be sure to check out her UA-cam channel Chris 😊
Really enjoyed this. Followed you both for ages and it was an excellent podcast. Well done.
Thank you for listening 😊
I love Lucy! She has been such an inspiration. I only found her channel about 3 weeks ago. I have binge watched almost all of her videos. Thanks for sharing this.
That’s awesome to hear Kirsty! She’s great! 😊
Same here Kristy, I discovered Lucys vlog little over a year ago so couldnt wait to get her on our pod, we will deffo be bringing her back for another episode too!
Such a great podcast. Loved listening all the way from North Carolina in the US! I found Lucy around the same time I found Freddy last year. Question about shoes for a 210 pound person. I'm on my 2nd pair of Brooks Ghost. Is there a better shoe out there for an overweight wannabe runner. I've been to running stores to be fitted in the past and while they will feel great on in the store after a few days wearing them, my feet hate me. Any recs would be great.
Loved this one, well done to all 3 of you ☺️
Thanks Nic! 😎😊
Cheers me dears! x
Love Lucy's vlogs. Ask Matt to look after your daughter one Saturday so you can get down to parkrun 🏃. I've done a couple of parkrun vlogs, it's good fun. You'll be addicted 😊
She is great! 😊
Its my mission now to hound (no pun intended) Lucy into trying a Parkrun haha!
loving this vlog thanks all (Freddy & Lucy I already follow you, how can I follow Scott too??) I'd love to think about starting my own YT channel for slow runner content (seriously, slow back of the pack jeffer here). What camera set up and editing stuff do you all use, is it easy? Have no tech skills....
also, i've been running for YEARS (done so many events over the years including halfs, marathons and ultras) and I've also never done a parkrun! :)
Freddy - 24 mins for a 5km, jeez! I'm 5ft4, 167lbs and i'm lucky if I can get to a 38 mins 5km. It's relative as you say but never say you're "not quick", i'd say that's a great time and a huge improvement on where you were even 6 months ago, excellent work!
I'm torn with the "always doing better" thing. I think there is something positive in wanting to get better times etc but there are different "wins" for each run imo. Time isn't how I always dictate whether a run/event was good or not. I think sometimes just being able to enjoy the experience more and not worry about time is really vital. My times have got slower over the recent years (i'm nearly 45 so not old but certainly not a young spring chicken) but I tend not to worry about whether i've beaten my last time as I personally find that an unhealthy obsession and it can take away from a completely enjoyable experience with a negative "oh well I could have done better" thoughts which mean i'm not happy even if i've had a great time out. Trails are a completely different beast too and even if you do the same one time and time again, weather/mood/food/hydration all play a part in whether you get the same time as last time. It's tricky as wanting to beat previous times is something to spur you on but I don't tend to put it at the top of my list as to whether i've had a good time or not. Just my thoughts though, I realise everyone is different and some people can not beat themselves up if they dont quite live up to their own expectations. Like Lucy said, as long as it doesn't consume you and take the joy away.
1: generally nothing to listen to but I have recently got into audiobooks so if i'm out for a long solo weekend run then i'll put one on to distract my brain. (if I were to listen to music it would be anything upbeat, pop, soft rock etc).
2: max £120. I wear brooks adrenaline for road and the north face vectiv for trail (and salomon for more aggressive trail)
3: love Lucho Dillitos for a quick sugar hit. Also little pouches of baby food are amazing! (particularly like apple&strawberry ones, they are a quick hit but smooth on the stomach) and a salted boiled potato cannot be beaten on a long run! I don't like it myself but loads of people swear by Kendal Mint Cake.
and @lucyshawvlogs - don't laugh at yourself, if *I* can think about stepping up and attempting a 100km (6th July this year 😬 ) then you DEF can!! :D
Still convincing Scott to start recording his run! He is buckling though, so I don’t think it will be long until he has a channel. 😊 in the meantime, you can follow him on Instagram - have a look for @sgplodsalong 👍
Really enjoyed this podcast, thank you all
Thanks for listening 😊
Thank you!
Not that I'm being critical.....you've labeled this podcast as #006 on Spotify :P don't want simple people like me getting confused and if you haven't got to 7, well, not got a podcast :P
Thanks mate - fixed it 😊
Cant get the staff Kevin!